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We have helped, and continue to help, many clients to find their dream property in Spain, but why just take our word for it? Let us show you what some of our clients have to say about us and our service…
From the first minute I walked through their door with nothing but an aspiration to buy a property in Spain, the Your Place in Spain team have guided me through every step of the way. I have enjoyed every aspect of the whole process and benefited from expert advice from their team of knowledgeable specialists at every stage of the buying process. Thank you ‘Your Place in Spain.
AD Sale, Cheshire.
We’d like to thank Rob & the staff for their invaluable information and guidance. We had been searching for a property in Spain for nearly two years, and I can genuinely say that after everyone that we had spoken to about buying property in Spain, Rob provided expert location knowledge, and made us feel very comfortable and confident about purchasing in Spain, we were in safe hands and couldn’t have asked for better service. Thank you all very much.”
GC Manchester
We can provide each and every client with this level of service, support and care. We will always go above and beyond to help our clients find their perfect location and the perfect property. Even if you require some advice and knowledge about a specific location we can help!
We are Manchester’s number 1 Spanish property consultants specialising in the locations of Costa Blanca North, Costa Blanca South, Murcia, Marbella and Costa Almeria.
We can help you on your journey to finding and owning a property in Spain, please call 01618702276 or email info@yourplaceinspain.com. You can also visit our Spanish property showroom in Manchester on 103 Washway Road, Sale, M33 7TY.
If you would like to do your own property search please click on the following link and fill in your requirements in the criteria boxes, should you then require any further information about a particular property in your search please just click on the Quick Query button to get in touch – www.yourplaceinspain.com
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2015 will be the year many people buy their dream home in the sun, probably on one of the Spanish Costas. The Spanish Banks certainly hope so!!
The early indications from the recognised Spanish Property experts suggests that in some locations the prices have now started to increase, and the availability in some locations also appears to be reducing.
We understand that the hundreds of thousands of available Bank properties have reduced significantly, leaving properties that in some locations, may never sell due to their condition and size. It is good to see that new build projects are on the increase though, especially on Spain’s Southern Costa Blanca, to meet the demand from all over Europe and the rest of the world.
A major factor in the increase in the number of sales is that the Spanish banks are now lending again, although with a criteria akin to how the UK lenders are now offering mortgages. At current rates this is a vehicle that could be factored into any potential buyers funding options. By doing so it effectively brings back to the buyer the availability of choice coupled with the fact that the bank will also do due diligence on the property, so effectively a double check on the property status.
An example of this is a client with £75,000 available to buy their dream home in Spain; they may wish to consider using £50,000 of this therefore retaining £25,000. The client could then borrow 63,000 euro giving them funds (at a rate of 1.27euro/£1) of circa 126,000 euro to use to purchase their property.
By considering the action of taking a mortgage that client has dramatically increased the number of available properties to them, both new and resale, and more importantly the locations they can select their dream home from (providing it’s affordable.) With a smaller budget comes a more limited number of options and potentially not buying, or even worse buying something they don’t really want.
Using a Mortgage broker to obtain the most suitable mortgage for you is possibly a better option as opposed to going direct to a Spanish Bank, as the deals to brokers are coming up daily that may suit a particular buyer.
Currently the Loan to Value or Loan to purchase price (whichever is the lower) mortgages peak at 70% for non-Spanish residents (subject to credit status) with term in some cases up to 30 years or 75 years of age (whichever is the lower.)
The Euribor Rate currently is circa 0.37%, so deals could be available at Euribor plus 1.5% for premium clients, maybe a little higher for others, for an initial period.
As with all financial projects, prospects should take advice from a specialist in the country of purchase. Your Place in Spain Ltd are happy to introduce Mortgage Directa, a Spain based mortgage brokerage.
Mortgage Directa are happy to discuss client requirements, access the link on the bottom right of our home page and find out more – www.yourplaceinspain.com
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Whilst we understand that there are in excess of 50 new developments under construction right now on the Southern Costa Blanca, there is also a world of possibilities available just a hop, skip and a jump away in the beautiful Murcia region.
Close to the idyllic Mar Menor there are a number of developments that we believe buyers should seriously consider. The majority of developments are located on the beach side of the coast road N332, just 20 minutes drive from San Javier Airport and 50 minutes from Alicante Airport. The low rise developments of both apartments and villas are generating considerable interest for bargain hunters from all over Northern Europe.
One of these developments is still in the first phase of construction and there is still availability at, the very impressive, opening price of 169,000 euro. This development is at the location San Pedro del Pinatar, only minutes walking distance from the beach.
San Pedro del Pinatar
This bustling little town lies to the north of the Mar Menor. It is a very popular summer destination for Spaniards and ex-pats alike. There are a dozens of bars and restaurants here to cater for all tastes and budgets. The best known dish of the area El Arroz Caldero, a rice and fish dish cooked in an iron cauldron, is the speciality of the town.
There are lovely beaches on the Mar Menor, as well as access to the Mediterranean and the Region San Pedro del Pinatar. The marina has a good few restaurants and cafes and is a great place to sit in the sun and enjoy a cool drink and soak up the sun.
Phase 1 of this development consists of 6 semi-detached 3 bedroom villas with swimming pools, a modern contemporary design & construction. A finished garden including your very own Palm tree too. The kitchen appliances of an extractor hood, oven & hob, washing machine, fridge freezer and dishwasher,* are also supplied on this phase.
Villas at San Pedro del Pinatar
Currently 50% have sold, so you need to be quick and with a construction time of just 6 months, you could be enjoying ‘Your Place in Spain’ just in time for your 2015 summer holiday!
If you are considering buying a property in Spain we have further more available properties to buy in Costa Blanca South and North, Murcia, Marbella and Costa Almeria.
Click here for more details https://www.yourplaceinspain.com/property/forsale-sanpedrodelpinatareur169000ourrefmvrspdpj/
For further info please contact Your Place in Spain Ltd on 0161 870 2276 or via email at info@yourplaceinspain.com
Read moreAs autumn starts to turn the weather to a rather chilly temperature here in the UK, we love hearing the news from our friends in Spain about the many bright and sunny festivals taking place across the country rounding up their summer festival season.
I posted on our Facebook page last week about the fantastic festival that is ‘Cava Week’ in Barcelona, with the crowning of a Cava Queen, a Cava train journey and a whole week dedicated to the sparkly, golden drink. We would happily join in those festivities any day, but that isn’t the only festival to happen in October in Spain.
Cava Week in Barcelona
The Feria de San Pedro de Alcantara , or the San Pedro Fair, started yesterday in San Pedro de Alcantara in Marbella, to celebrate the Patron Saint of San Pedro. This festival turns the whole area in to a hive of activity with fireworks, concerts, and dancing.
The women and children dress up in their flamenco dresses and flowers in their hair and flamenco music plays as the residents and visitors sip wine and dine on tapas. A parade is held throughout the streets bringing the Patron Saint to the people. It is a fantastic festival, lasting until Monday, so a great weekend is on the cards for anyone in the area.
Flamenco and Fiesta!
San Pedro de Alcantara is a beautiful location with so much to offer, beautiful beaches and beach side Chiringuitos, fabulous festivals, and a visit to Bora Bora beach club is a must!
The properties in the Marbella are equally as special, the area of Marbella is famous for being one of the most glamorous locations in Spain. It is a fair ground for the rich and famous and great for celebrity spotting. The port of Puerto Banus is a must see for visitors as it harbors some of the world’s biggest yachts and is surrounded by magnificent scenery.
Puerto Banus
Although, if the glitz and glamour isn’t for you then there are also beautiful, typically Spanish and unspoiled parts to this area too.
So if the weather is making you feel a little low, it’s maybe time for a trip to Spain for a fiesta or two….. there is nothing better to remove those winter blues! Browse at your own leisure through the latest properties in Marbella.
Joanne Lynsdale, Your Place in Spain
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